*ESSENTIAL QUESTION*
How would you compare (similarities) and contrast (differences) the
government, economy, conflicts, and culture of Russia during:
- a) the Russian Empire [1400s-1917]
- b) the U.S.S.R. [1922-1991]
- c) Russian Republic [1991-present]

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KWL Charts
Topic #1: The History of Russia (p.422-425)
Topic #2: The Soviet Era (p.425-429)
Topic #3: From Communism to Free Enterprise/Political Challenges (p.430-432)
Topic #4: The Russian People/Culture in Russia (p. 432-435)

Colombia:

  • Colombia's population is increasing while Russia's population is decreasing.
Cuba:
  • Like Russia was once, Cuba is a communist country.
Morocco:
  • Both Morocco and Russia have legislative, judicial, and executive branches.
Senegal:
  • Senegal, unlike Russia's 99.4%, has a literacy rate of 59.1%.
El Salvador:
  • Russia has a harsh, cold climate while El Salvador has tropical climate.
Indonesia:
  • Similar to Russia has struggled with a new government and market system.
Moldova:
  • Moldova, like Russia, was once part of the Soviet Union.